Wellness
She Believes in Building Others Up
Ashley Marble Age: 35 Job: Owner of The Marble Method Fitness Studio Ashley Marble became an accomplished athlete who graduated with a degree in exercise science and sports medicine. But after graduating from college, she struggled with her self...
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Why She Loves Yoga — and Belly Dancing
Karen McKnight Job: Vehicle Assembly Technician and Joint Inspector at Kentucky Truck Plant of Ford Motor Company; Yoga Instructor Age: 56 A work-related injury spurred Karen McKnight's interest in becoming proactive about her health. For 22 years, Karen has...
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The Way She Honored Her Mom Through a Race
Lauren Deerwester Age: 38 Job: Video Monitor Tech/Mental Health Tech at Our Lady of Peace An unexpected turn of events at a marathon gave Lauren Deerwester a sense of purpose -- and became a symbol of her mother. "In 2014 I was registered to run the Derby Festival...
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How She Does Food Prep — and Her Secret Drink
Jen Mannarelli Age: 46 Job/Job Title & Place of work: F45 Fitness Coach at F45; Group Fitness and Yoga Instructor at the Norton Commons YMCA & Wel at Humana; Yogaflow with Jen above UltimateMD office; Zija Health & Wellness Consultant; Women’s Ministry...
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How This Woman Fits in Exercise while Caregiving for Her Mother and Her Daughter
Roxanne Hack-Smero Age: 59 Job: Retired firefighter; currently an Administrative Assistant and PE teacher for Highlands Latin School, Indiana; Mom to Shiloh (12); Primary caregiver for mother (Joyce) who has Alzheimer’s. Setting time aside for a workout isn't easy...
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How She Involves Her Family in Fitness
Alyssa Schlimm Age: 32 Job: Counseling Coordinator at Sacred Heart Academy, Performer and Event Coordinator for CirqueLouis Alyssa Schlimm wants her children to understand that taking care of their bodies should be the priority -- and they can have a good time while...
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She Felt Her Body Fighting Against Her But This Is What She Discovered
Laura Wagner Age: 48 Job: Licensed psychotherapist and life coach; owner of Laura Wagner, LMFT & Certified Life Coach, LLC Laura Wagner didn't let the onset of health issues weaken her resolve: instead she became physically and emotionally stronger. "I have...
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She Knows the Food Details
Jamie Stich Age: 34 Job: Owner/Chef at Prep Meals 502 and a Personal Trainer and Coach at CrossFit Cavalry Eating the right types of foods is an integral part of a good fitness plan, but if you aren't sure where to start, Jamie Stich shares a few tips to get you ready...
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Dang, Those Arms
Melissa Goodlett Age: 48 Job: Co-owner and head trainer at F45 Training Melissa Goodlett followed her father's lead after noticing the positive effects fitness had on his life. "When I was a little girl, my dad decided he needed to lose 50 pounds. I remember watching...
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Her Sensible Approach to Food and Movement, Has Helped Her Lose Over 60 Pounds
Joy Mays Age: 40 Job: Residence Coordinator for residential housing company Renewed Hope LLC Being able to have the stamina to compete in a sports competition alongside kids serves as positive reinforcement for Joy -- and is a reminder of the benefits of exercise. In...
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She Found a Way to Overcome Her “Shortcomings”
Karen Stout discovered fitness can be a healing remedy when your body isn't functioning like it should. "Yoga became my passion after I realized I could rehab myself with all of its benefits. I was born with spina bifida so I always understood I...
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Her Goals, and Her Self-Talk Are Something For Us to Aspire to
Beverly Blanton Age: 43 Job: Schad & Schad, Litigation Paralegal Setting athletic goals fuels Beverly's spirit for competition, but achieving them is what gives her genuine satisfaction. In the past four years, she hasn't turned away from a challenge. [adrotate...
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